Lamar freshman cornerback Rodney Randle grew up wanting to be a Baylor Bear.

But after the Cardinals' 66-31 loss to the Bears, the Ozen product had only one regret.

"I should have cut back a little and I would have scored (on my interception)," said Randle, who intercepted Bears quarterback Seth Russell in the third quarter. "I used to want to go to Baylor, but I'm blessed to be at Lamar."

Cardinals coach Ray Woodard is thrilled to have Randle in his secondary, especially since the freshman is already performing at a high level.

"I think the most impressive part of that game was the maturity he showed as an 18-year-old," Woodard said. "He was very unselfish and very disciplined for a freshman."

Randle expected to come in and quickly make an impact for the Cardinals, both defensively and on special teams. Randle is a major reason why Woodard has consistently referred to the Cardinals' defensive backfield, which had three interceptions against Baylor, as the best position group on the team.

"He played a very good game not just for a freshman, but for anyone," Woodard said. "We're very excited about having him. He's got a good future ahead of him."

HARRIS ADDING DEPTH

In the latter stages against Baylor, the Cardinals' offense was still making plays courtesy of senior running back Carl Harris.